![]() “As we work together to ensure the highest level of safety and efficiency, we strongly encourage New Yorkers and visitors to use mass transit if they plan to be in the affected areas.” Traffic Agents and the Citywide Traffic Task Force are ensuring that the traffic moves while protecting the safe passage of pedestrians and cyclists alike,” said NYPD Chief of Transportation Kim Y. The Highway District is implementing multiple road closures, detours and checkpoints in the Midtown area. “Once again, world leaders are gathering at the 77th United Nations General Assembly in New York City and the Transportation Bureau is working tirelessly to ensure that roads and highways are safe during this event. This initiative to provide advance notification to drivers will help ensure a safe and productive experience for everyone, while also supporting New York City small businesses.” We acknowledge the concerns of New Yorkers whose routines are affected by the opening of the United Nations General Assembly High-Level Week. We welcome the significant contributions the United Nations makes to the fabric of our city throughout the year, especially in September. ![]() ![]() “The United Nations General Assembly is one of the symbols of New York City being back after the challenges of COVID-19. “New York has been home to the United Nations for more than 75 years and we are host to the largest diplomatic community in the world,” said Edward Mermelstein, Commissioner of the Mayor’s Office for International Affairs. "New York is proud to host the United Nations and welcome delegations from so many nations, and during next week’s UN General Assembly, we are letting New Yorkers know the key to avoiding the congestion next week is to try walking, mass transit, or riding a bicycle to get to their destination.” "As the end of the year approaches, we know the exact days when we expect our streets will see the most traffic and unwelcome congestion,” said DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez. Drivers should expect extensive street closures and delays across Manhattan for the duration of next week, when DOT strongly recommends that drivers use alternative travel modes. ![]() New York – The New York City Department of Transportation today released its list of 2022 Gridlock Alert Days, which will include the week of United Nations General Assembly (September 19th to September 23rd). This year will bring 19 Gridlock Alert days, starting Monday, when the United Nations General Assembly will be in session and Midtown traffic speeds are the slowest of the year.ĭrivers are strongly encouraged to use alternate modes, including walking, mass transit and cycling Contact: (212) 839-4850, NYC DOT Announces 2022 “Gridlock Alert” Days ![]()
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